Cristo de la Concordia
Cochabamba
Cristo de la Concordia is a monumental statue of Jesus Christ located atop San Pedro Hill east of Cochabamba, Bolivia. Standing on a pedestal, the statue reaches a total height of 39.68 meters (130.2 feet), making it one of the tallest statues of Jesus globally. Constructed between 1987 and 1994, it was designed by César and Wálter Terrazas Pardo and modeled after the famous Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro. The statue stands 265 meters above the city and 2,840 meters above sea level, weighing approximately 2,200 tonnes. Its arms stretch 32.87 meters wide, and the head alone measures 4.64 meters tall. Visitors can climb 1,399 stairs to a viewing area inside the statue's arms on Sundays, or alternatively reach the site via cable car. The statue's left hand points south and the right hand north, symbolizing peace and harmony. It is the third largest statue in the Southern Hemisphere and surpasses the height of its model, Christ the Redeemer, by a small margin attributed locally to Christ living beyond 33 years.
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Consejo: For the best experience, visit on a clear day to enjoy panoramic views of Cochabamba from the statue's vantage point. If you wish to climb inside the statue to the viewing area, plan your visit on a Sunday when access is permitted. Consider taking the cable car for a less strenuous ascent. It is advisable to purchase tickets in advance during peak tourist seasons to avoid long queues. Discounts may be available for students, seniors, and groups. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water, especially if climbing the 2,000 steps.
Datos interesantes
- •Cristo de la Concordia is taller than the famous Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro.
- •The statue weighs approximately 2,200 tonnes, making it one of the heaviest statues of Jesus Christ worldwide.
- •Visitors can climb 1,399 stairs to reach a viewing area inside the statue's arms, but this is only allowed on Sundays.
- •The statue's left hand points south and the right hand points north, symbolizing peace and harmony.
- •An extra 44 centimeters was added to the statue's height to represent Christ living beyond 33 years, the traditional age of his death.
Historia
Construction of Cristo de la Concordia began on July 12, 1987, and was completed on November 20, 1994.
The statue was designed by brothers César and Wálter Terrazas Pardo and was inspired by the Christ the Redeemer statue in Brazil.
Upon completion, it became the tallest statue of Jesus Christ in the world, surpassing its Brazilian counterpart.
Over the years, it has become an iconic symbol of Cochabamba and a significant religious and tourist landmark in Bolivia.
Guía del lugar
Viewing Area Inside the Arms1994
Accessible by climbing 1,399 stairs on Sundays, this unique viewing platform offers panoramic views of Cochabamba and allows visitors to experience the statue from within its structure.
Cable Car Access
A cable car provides an alternative to climbing the steps, offering a scenic and less strenuous route to the statue's summit on San Pedro Hill.
